Average Purchasing Administrator salary in the UK

PurchasingCirencester £13.00 - £13.50 per hour Our client, based in Cirencester, is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Purchasing professional to join their team, providing essential support and contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of the business.Purchasing Roles and Responsibilities: Providing day-to-day office administration supportManage purchasing of electronic componentsLiaise with suppliers, negotiate prices, and track ordersHandling incoming calls, emails and general enquiriesMaintain accurate records of inventory and purchasing activitiesOrdering office supplies and liaising with suppliersSupporting internal teams with administrative tasks as requiredPurchasing Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in purchasing, office administration, or a similar roleKnowledge of electronic componentsStrong organisational and time-management skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationConfident using Microsoft Office and office systemsAbility to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesPurchasing Working Hours: Monday – Thursday, 08:00 – 17:30Friday, 08:00 – 17:00Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidates' requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment. com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment. com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.

Your new companyHays are working on an exclusive basis with a client to recruit a Purchasing Administrator on a permanent basis. You will be a strong administrator with aims to deliver best practice in procurement, supply, and stock management for the company. This role supports day-to-day operations across purchasing and stock control, including sourcing, supplier management, due diligence, systems accuracy, and performance reporting. It also plays a vital role in maintaining product information and supporting first-class customer service in line with company values.Your new roleAs a Purchasing Administrator, your role will involve: Provide administrative support for all aspects of the tender process, including data gathering, sourcing, quotation collation, cost comparison, supplier evaluation, and sample management.Collect and report on supplier performance; manage the supplier non-conformance process.Manage supplier due diligence for new and existing suppliers to ensure compliance with ISO standards.Maintain accurate supplier and product master data in SAP.Liaise regularly with supply partners and internal stakeholders.Represent the company professionally to all external stakeholders.Support the production of Solutions reports for internal and external communication.Assist with Quality System Reviews to ISO9001 standards.Perform any other duties as assigned by management. What you'll need to succeed Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with staff, stakeholders, and suppliers.Excellent communication and negotiation skills.Strong attention to detail and analytical ability.Willingness to learn and develop procurement knowledge.Preferable knowledge of importing and exporting procedures.Ability to work collaboratively across departments.Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP Business One.Strong time management and ability to follow procedures. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Purchasing Administrator (Sage 200 or similar)Location: Biggin Hill, KentSalary: £23,000 - £26,000Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm A well-established engineering business in Biggin Hill is looking for a strong, experienced Administrator with Sage experience to join their Purchasing team. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role for someone who thrives on organisation, accuracy, and keeping things running smoothly. What You'll Be Doing Raising and managing purchase orders using Sage 200Processing purchase requisitions from Manufacturing, Production, R&D, and AccountsMonitoring deliveries, chasing suppliers, and updating order statusesReviewing Sage 200 MRP requirements and processing orders accordinglySupporting supplier communications on pricing and deliveryMaintaining accurate purchasing records and documentation What We're Looking For Proven administrative experience, ideally within purchasing or procurementStrong Sage 200 (or similar CRM) experienceConfident communicator with a professional telephone mannerHighly organised, detail-focused, and proactiveComfortable juggling priorities in a busy environmentFull UK driving licence What's On Offer 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays (Christmas shutdown included)Contributory pension schemePrivate medical insurance after qualifying periodStable role within a respected engineering business If you're a capable administrator who enjoys responsibility, systems, and structure - this role is for you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.